The Parsha Perspective

Parshas Ki Teitzei, bridge the gap

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Parsha continues Moshe's final address to Jewish people, there are over 70 Mitzvahs in our Parsha; some notable ones are returning a lost object to its owner. The obligation to send away the mother bird before taking her young. 

The Mitzvah of wearing Tzitzis and the law against wearing Shatnez, any garment that has a mixture of wool and linen.

We find out why Moshe uses double language. 

We learn the parameters of the Commandment to assist those in need. 

Parshas Shoftim, King in the field

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Parsha outlines the leadership structure for the Jewish nation. We begin with the commandant of appointing judges and law officers to maintain peace and order in each city. 

Moshe then details specific laws for judges against corruption and perversion of justice. As the Pasuk says (16:20) "Tzedek Tzedek tirdof - You shall surely pursue justice."

We find what place Moshe is referring to when he says God's chosen place.

We learn whether it is a physical location or an internal destination.

Tisha B'Av, Yeshayahu's double vision.

The Geula Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. 

The Geula Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Tisha B'Av, the 9th of Av is the most somber in the Jewish calendar, many horrible incidents occurred on this day throughout history. 

The destructions of the first and second Beis Hamikdash, as well as the final battle of Betar with over 500,000 Jews being killed. The ‏expulsions of Jews from both England and Spain, the beginning of World War 1 and the approval of the final solution in Germany.  

We learned an interpretation of the holy Reb Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, affectionately called the lawyer of the Jewish people on the two conflicting visions of the prophet Yeshayahu.

Parshas Devarim, we are one

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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This Shabbos has a unique name, "Shabbos Chazon - the Shabbos of vision." We read a special Haftorah beginning with the words "Chazon Yeshayahu - the vision of Yeshayahu." Yeshayahu prophesied both punishments for rebellion against G-d and the ultimate redemption with the coming of Moshiach!

Our Parsha begins the last book of the Torah, Sefer Devarim, with just 37 days left to live, Moshe gathers the nation for his final address. 

We find out what he told his successor at the end of our Torah portion.

We learn the necessity of unity within the community!

Parshas Matos & Massei, unity above all

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Parshas begins with Moshe teaching the leaders of each tribe many laws concerning oaths and promises. 

He teaches them how to make and annul a vow and under which circumstances a person can cancel a vow made by another.

We found out the connection between the high priest and the city of refuge.

We learn what the feelings are of the three weeks and it should invoke change in our life.

Parsha Pinchas, defender of faith

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

This week's Parsha Perspective is in the merit of the Ohr Hachaim Hakadosh, Rav Chaim Ibn Attar, one of the commentaries I quote frequently. Earlier this week, on Tuesday, the 15th of Tammuz, we observed his Yahrzeit, the anniversary of his passing.

he release date of this episode coincides with the fast day known as Shivah Asar B'Tammuz, the 17th of Tammuz.

This day marks the beginning of a three-week mourning period for the destruction of Jerusalem and both Beis Hamikdash (Temples). May this fast be the final one in exile, leading to the joyous celebration of the ultimate redemption.

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Our Parsha begins with Pinchas, the grandchild of Aaron, receiving a reward for killing Zimri, the head of the tribe of Shimon.

Zimri was publicly consorting with a Midianite princess, so Pinchas took a spear and ended both of their lives.

We find out the names of the people that Pinchas killed.

We learn the reason the Torah mentions their names. 

Parshas Korach holiness override

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help.

This Thursday is the third of Tammuz, which marks twenty nine years since the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe—Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. Traditionally, this is a day for reflection, re-commitment, and positive action.

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Our Parsha begins with Korach, a rich and influential man from the tribe of Levi staging a rebellion against Moshe and his brother Aaron. 

Together with a few ringleaders, he gathered 250 men and accused Moshe and Aaron of nepotism and power hoarding. 

They took specific issue with Moshe's appointment of his brother, Aaron, as the Kohen Gadol, the high priest. 

We find out what God said to Moshe and Aaron before trying to punish the Jewish people. 

We learn Moshe and Aaron's reaction to God's command! 

Parshas Shelach, inferiority complex

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

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The Jewish people started doubting what G-d had told them about the land and its inhabitants. 

Moshe then selected one leader from each tribe for this task.

We find out what the spies reported back.

We learn what #perspective the spies viewed the land from. 

Parshas Behaalosecha, worthy of praise

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help. 

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Daniel Aaron Ben Yigal, Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Parsha starts with G-d telling Moshe that Aaron's job is to light the Menorah daily in the Mishkan (the Tabernacle). 

G-d then gave Moshe the instructions for how the tribe of Levi had to purify themselves before working in the Mishkan.

We see God's reaction to Miriam speaking ill of Moshe, her brother.

We learn the negative consequences of excessive praise. 

Parshas Naso, blessing of love

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Miriam Bas Yamin, Daniel Aaron Ben Yigal, Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Parsha begins with G-d telling Moshe the transport duties of the three families of the tribe of Levi. 

The first family, Gershon, carried all the tapestries, veils, and skins used in the Mishkan. 

The Kehos family was tasked with transporting all the holy vessels custom-made for the Kohanim. 

The Merari family was entrusted with carrying its structural components.

We find out what the priestly blessings are.

We learn why love is essential to our connection with God.